History

History
WJEC A-level History
The study of History at A-level provides you with a fascinating opportunity to study some of the most significant events of the past – some of which have shaped the world in which we live today.
Learner: School Leaver
Areas: A-level, Humanities & Languages
Is this course right for me?
The course will provide you with an introduction to the ideas, events and personalities shaping the development of Britain and Europe over the past century. A-level History will develop your analytical and questioning skills and provide you with an opportunity to explore the events of history and the significance they had both then and now.
- Five GCSEs at grade C or above (may include one relevant equivalent) to include English Language/First Language Welsh and Mathematics/Numeracy
- History grade B and English Language/Literature/First Language Welsh grade B
- Please check the AS Level Options Grid to see if this subject fits into your chosen programme
- Each application is considered on individual merit
- Entry is subject to an informal interview
- Successful completion of current/relevant programme (including skills) and decision from progression board meeting
Please read the full entry requirements above as you will usually need to meet those as well.
Learners to study history through several scales and dimensions, including period, depth and breadth. This will encourage the acquisition of a wide range of historical knowledge and a full range of skills.
Units to be studied will include:
- Government, revolution and society in Wales and England c.1603 – 1715
- Germany: democracy and dictatorship 1918 – 1933
- Poverty, protest and rebellion in Wales and England c.1485 – 1603
- Nazi Germany 1933 – 1945
- A personal research project
Learners also complete the Welsh Baccalaureate Qualification and are required to develop their essential skills (communication/numeracy and digital skills). Learners will also attend a weekly group tutorial.
Learners are able to complete either the full qualification or certain units or elements through the medium of Welsh/bilingually.
- Written examination
- Completion of a final major project
This course can lead to a diverse range of career opportunities in a varied range of businesses including: Academic researcher, Archivist, Heritage manager, Historic buildings inspector/conservation officer, Museum education officer, Museum/gallery curator, Museum/gallery exhibitions officer, Secondary school teacher, Academic librarian, Archaeologist, Broadcast journalist, Civil Service administrator, Editorial assistant, Human resources officer, Information officer, Marketing executive, Policy officer, Politician’s assistant, Solicitor.
If you are thinking about studying at degree level following this course please visit the university websites or UCAS (University Central Admissions Service) www.ucas.com to check any entry requirements.
- Stationery - you will be told about any specific items before you start the course
- Text books - you will be told about any specific items before you start the course, most text books are available to loan from the college library or online libraries
- You may be eligible for funding. Find out more on our student finance page
- No tuition fee
- We are waiving the Administration Fee for the academic year 2022/23
- You may be eligible for funding. Find out more on our student finance page
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What are the entry requirements?
- Five GCSEs at grade C or above (may include one relevant equivalent) to include English Language/First Language Welsh and Mathematics/Numeracy
- History grade B and English Language/Literature/First Language Welsh grade B
- Please check the AS Level Options Grid to see if this subject fits into your chosen programme
- Each application is considered on individual merit
- Entry is subject to an informal interview
Current student – what are the entry requirements?
Please read the full entry requirements above as you will usually need to meet those as well
- Successful completion of current/relevant programme (including skills) and decision from progression board meeting
What will I learn?
Learners to study history through several scales and dimensions, including period, depth and breadth. This will encourage the acquisition of a wide range of historical knowledge and a full range of skills.
Units to be studied will include:
- Government, revolution and society in Wales and England c.1603 – 1715
- Germany: democracy and dictatorship 1918 – 1933
- Poverty, protest and rebellion in Wales and England c.1485 – 1603
- Nazi Germany 1933 – 1945
- A personal research project
Learners also complete the Welsh Baccalaureate Qualification and are required to develop their essential skills (communication/numeracy and digital skills). Learners will also attend a weekly group tutorial.
Can I do this course in Welsh?
Learners are able to complete either the full qualification or certain units or elements through the medium of Welsh/bilingually.
How will I be assessed?
- Written examination
- Completion of a final major project
What can I do next?
This course can lead to a diverse range of career opportunities in a varied range of businesses including: Academic researcher, Archivist, Heritage manager, Historic buildings inspector/conservation officer, Museum education officer, Museum/gallery curator, Museum/gallery exhibitions officer, Secondary school teacher, Academic librarian, Archaeologist, Broadcast journalist, Civil Service administrator, Editorial assistant, Human resources officer, Information officer, Marketing executive, Policy officer, Politician’s assistant, Solicitor.
If you are thinking about studying at degree level following this course please visit the university websites or UCAS (University Central Admissions Service) www.ucas.com to check any entry requirements.
Do I need to bring/buy any equipment?
- Stationery - you will be told about any specific items before you start the course
- Text books - you will be told about any specific items before you start the course, most text books are available to loan from the college library or online libraries
- You may be eligible for funding. Find out more on our student finance page
Are there any additional costs?
- No tuition fee
- We are waiving the Administration Fee for the academic year 2022/23
- You may be eligible for funding. Find out more on our student finance page
Additional information
Level: | |
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Mode: | |
Online Learning Elements? | Yes |